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Originally Posted by Detector I can't believe the gambling in dodge issue is even being debated. Gambling so fits our tourism need and our history. People complain about it causing gambling addicts that will need treatment when we promote a town full of newcomers sucking us dry in resources. We need a new jail just to keep up with crime thanks mostly to our newcomers running unchecked. I say build the new jail at Boot Hill and put these criminals on display. It would help tourism I'd bet. |
I agree wholeheartedly, I always thought that with our history and some gaming, we could make Dodge as big a draw as Branson, MO. Just need a few hotel/casinos with some shows.
Another thing I can't believe this community isn't going after is more diversified business. How about an Ethanol manufacturing plant? Talk about a perfect fit for this area! We have plenty of corn in this area, and with the push to not be so dependent on foreign oil, it just makes sense to go after something like this.
Or, how about a dairy processing plant, there are plenty of dairies in SW Kansas that are currently shipping the milk to who knows where for processing, how about building something local and keeping the dollars local while building the tax base at the same time.